Rochester, Minnesota Weather
Rochester, Minnesota — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery for Rochester, Olmsted County.
Full aviation weather for Rochester is published on the Rochester International Airport (KRST) page, 13 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 4 airfields within reach of Rochester have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Rochester: Dodge Center Airport (KTOB) 29 km · Fillmore County Airport (KFKA) 45 km · Austin Municipal Airport (KAUM) 54 km
Conditions reported at KRST describe the airfield itself. Weather 13 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Rochester specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Rochester, Minnesota
Rochester's story is etched into the gentle rolling terrain of southeastern Minnesota, a landscape shaped by ancient glaciers and the persistent flow of waterways like the Zumbro River. It lies 35.1 miles north-east of Austin, MN (from Austin, MN: bearing 46°T), and is situated 8.8 miles east of Byron. Its founding in the mid-19th century was a testament to the spirit of pioneers seeking fertile ground and opportunity, drawing sustenance from the rich prairie soil that still surrounds the city. Over time, Rochester evolved from a humble agricultural settlement into a hub of innovation, a transformation fueled by a burgeoning economy that embraced medical advancements and diversified industries, allowing it to bloom with quiet prosperity. The air here often carries a crispness, a reminder of the changing seasons that paint the surrounding countryside with vibrant hues, from the emerald greens of summer to the fiery reds of autumn. The cultural character of Rochester is one of thoughtful progress and a deep-seated sense of community, a place where ambition meets a grounded appreciation for quality of life. While not boasting the grand, sweeping vistas of coastal cities, Rochester possesses its own distinct landmarks, including the iconic Mayo Clinic buildings that stand as beacons of healing and research, drawing people from across the globe. Its intellectual heart beats strongly within the halls of universities that foster learning and discovery, contributing to a vibrant populace. The city’s rhythm is often perceived as steady and purposeful, a reflection of its dedicated workforce and its residents' commitment to civic engagement, occasionally punctuated by larger events that bring a lively energy to its streets.
Live animated radar for Rochester and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota |
| Coordinates | 44.021631°N, 92.469899°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 55902, 55901, 55903, 55904, 55905 |
| Area Code | 218 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Rochester, Minnesota Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Rochester, Minnesota, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Rochester includes coordinates 44.021631°N, 92.469899°W, situated in Olmsted County. ZIP code 55902, 55901, 55903, 55904, 55905. Telephone area code: 218. Timezone: Central Time (America/Chicago).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
